The 7 Worst Reasons for Putting off Estate Planning
There is not much we own as a family. Can’t we wait until we have the money to plan? You shouldn’t. It is crucial to give legal authority to a person of your choice, to care for your children if…
Your Bank Account Should Not Be Linked to Your Child’s Name for Several Reasons
Even though it may be helpful to have someone else keep an eye on your bills while you’re away or sick, adding a child’s name to your bank account may not be worth the trouble. Doing so may have unintended…
The Medicaid Eligibility Process and Long-Term Care Planning
In 1965, Medicaid was established to provide healthcare to low-income and asset-poor individuals. The state and the federal governments cooperate in delivering benefits. The state you live in makes a big difference in determining when or if you are eligible.…
Health and Safety of Nursing Home Residents
A growing number of baby boomers will need extra care as they reach their golden years. Some may be able to get the care they need at home from a family member or in the form of hired help. Many…
What You Need to Know About Managing Someone Else’s Social Security Benefits or Veteran’s Benefits
The Social Security Administration has assigned you to assist your nephew Roberto in managing his benefits. In the Social Security system, you’ll be called Roberto’s “representative payee.” The situation is similar if you’re appointed to help your elderly father, who…
The Type of Care a Senior Needs Determines the Type of Senior Living Option
There are a number of living options available to Americans as they age. As we grow older, senior living options vary widely based on what level of care is required. Available options are tied to the resources a senior has…
The Selection and Appointment of Your Legal Representatives
We have learned that life is uncertain from the Coronavirus pandemic. There is no denying that life is uncertain in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. Too many aging Americans found themselves with a life-threatening COVID-19 illness in 2020 without…
A Young Adult’s Guide to Estate Planning
The majority of young adults do not prioritize estate planning. Young adults in their twenties and thirties often think they don’t own enough to constitute an estate. However, an estate is the total of all you own – money, investments,…
Here Are Six Things You Should Do Before Moving Your Parents Into an Assisted Living Facility
For aging parents, assisted living communities provide essential care and provide a sense of peace and tranquility. Identifying the suitable facility “fit” for your loved one is a journey requiring matching your parents’ needs, budget, and lifestyle with desirable locations.…
Elder Law Attorneys Provide Legal Advice to Seniors
Laws affecting the elderly or disabled are known as elder law. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for retirement,…